Did you use a clear matte finish in the end? And also what exacly did you sand down and do I have to sand it or can I just go ahead and paint it?

The paint will adhere better with a roughed up finish. I blasted mine at about 50 psi with some aluminum oxide. Not sure what grit to use with sandpaper, I'd even recommend getting a non soap SOS pad and lightly scouring it. And also like with duracoat, get some acetone and wipe it down good to get any oils off the surface when you're done. And yes I did use a clear matte, That was with krylon

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